Accounting Services Analyst A

Requisition No: 881633 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: ACCOUNTING SERVICES ANALYST A - 77001140

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77001140 

Salary:  $50,000 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 08/27/2026 

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FWC Finance and Budget Office

Accounting Services Analyst A – Career Service Position with Benefits

$50,000 annually

1875 Orange Avenue E.

Tallahassee, FL

 Finance and Budget Office

Accounting Services Analyst A - CS 77001140

Tallahassee, Florida - $50,000 Annually

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy. 

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself.  The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience in accounting or financial management, one (1) of which must have been in financial account management, auditing or account reconciliation, or
• Associates degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university and two (1) years of professional accounting work experience can substitute for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates with Works Administrator experience.

Requirements:

• Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.
• Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.
• Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application and resume. Cover letter required and should provide information regarding any gaps in employment.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The primary duty is to function as FWC's Assistant Purchasing Card (PCard) Administrator.

Serve as Scoped Administrator and assist with administering and managing PCard user accounts.

The incumbent will be required to complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of this position.

• Issue new PCards, make changes to cards and cancel cards as needed
• Oversee PCard renewals, set up new users
• Request appropriate training be assigned and ensure training record collection and storage are kept current
• Maintain and update files pertaining to the PCard program
• Approve new user limits and user groups
• Review decline reports
• Assist users with Works issues and PCard usage questions
• Perform post-audits of payments processed through the Works system.
• Sample PCard activity and conduct daily charge reviews
• Monitor compliance with timely processing of charges
• Run Aging Report weekly and work with applicable users to ensure compliance
• Run periodic monitoring reports on both unpaid and paid transactions
• Perform monthly Scoped Compliance
• Work with PCard Administrator to monitor and oversee PCard program and ensure that key controls are in place, operate as designed, and comply with the State of Florida PCard Policy Manual and FWC procedures.
• Assist PCard Administrator with resolving issues between Bank of America and the DFS to ensure FWC is in compliance with established state regulations and requirements
• Assist with drafting and reviewing policies, procedures, manuals, and PCard trainings as requested

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position:

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, methods of reviewing and analyzing financial data, and basic management principles and practices
• Knowledge of Florida Reference Guide to State Expenditures
• Ability to assess budgetary needs and formulate policies and procedures
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities; to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations; and to document work and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments; to communicate in writing and verbal effectively; to work independently, to solve problems and make decisions; and, to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.  As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
• No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
• Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
• 4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
• Retirement Plan Options
• State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
• On the Job Trainings
• Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.